Gold Medal PINTO POP, MEGA POP Instruction Manual

Self Serve Poppers

Instruction Manual

All Export Models

Part No. 77599EX

Revised June 1996

Cincinnati, OH 45241-4807 USA

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This equipment is designed and sold for commercial use only. This
equipment is not to be used by the consumer in home use. Do not allow
direct contact of this equipment by the public when used in food service
locations. Only personnel trained and experienced in the equipment
operation may operate this equipment.
Carefully read all installation instructions before operating the equipment.

Always wear safety glasses when servicing this equipment.

To avoid serious burns, do NOT touch the kettle while it is hot.

Any alterations to this equipment will void the warranty and
may cause a dangerous situation. NEVER make alterations
to the equipment.
Make sure all machine switches are in the OFF position
before plugging the equipment into a receptacle.

Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock
to personnel.
Do NOT immerse the kettle, warmer, or any other part of this
equipment in water.
Always unplug the equipment before cleaning or servicing.

The information, specifications and illustrations contained in this manual represent
the latest data available at time of publication. Right is reserved to make changes as
required at the discretion of Gold Medal Products Company without notice.

NOTE

Popcorn Machines

INST ALLA TION

CHECKING SHIPMENT

Remove the corrugated carton from the popcorn machine. Check thoroughly for any damage
which may have occurred in transit. Claims should be filed immediately with the transportation
company.

We recommend that you retain the shipping carton and packing in case you with to return the
machine for annual maintenance. Remove remaining tape and other packing material.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Export machines require a voltage of 230 Volt, 50 cycle. Japanese export machines require a
voltage of 100 Volt, 50/60 cycle. Your new machine is furnished with the proper size attachment
plug for carrying this current. The Pinto Pop requires a 15 amp circuit. The Mega Pop requires a
20 amp circuit. Your electrician must furnish sufficient current for troublefree operation.

BEFORE YOU PLUG IN THE MACHINE

1. Make sure the wall outlet can take the three pronged grounded plug on the power supply
cord.

2. Make sure the wall outlet has the proper polarity. If in doubt, have a competent electrician
check the outlet.

3. Do NOT use a three prong to two prong plug adapter.

MACHINE OPERA TION

CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

There are three switches on the popper.

LIGHT AND WARMER SWITCH

Turns on the heat lamp and optional strip heater under the corn pan.

KETTLE MOTOR SWITCH

Turns on the motor which drives the kettle agitator shaft.

KETTLE HEA T SWITCH

Turns on the heat element inside the kettle.

Turn the motor switch "ON" with the agitator shaft disengaged from the gearbox to make sure
that it turns freely. If it doesn't, then see if the top of the roof or dome may have been bent down
in transit. This could stall the fan blade blade on the top of the motor. Occasionally, a machine is
dropped in transit.

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AMOUNT OF POPCORN AND OIL CHARGE

The Pinto Pop is equipped with an eight ounce corn measure cup. The Mega Pop is equipped
with an twelve ounce corn measure cup. We recommend flavored and colored coconut oil.
Popcorn popped in coconut oil stays fresher longer and does not leave black deposits in your
kettle like other oils.

PINTO POP

Corn Charge - 8 ounces [237ml]
Oil Charge - 2 ounces [59ml]
Flavacol Seasoning Salt - 1 tablespoons [15ml]

MEGA POP

Corn Charge - 12 ounces [355ml]
Oil Charge - 3 ounces [89ml]
Flavacol Seasoning Salt - 1½ tablespoons [23ml]

POPPING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Turn the Kettle Heat and Kettle Motor switches "ON".

2. Test pop with three kernels of corn and one ounce of popping oil. When the kernels pop,
your kettle is ready .

3. Load full corn and oil charges and add Flavacol Seasoning Salt into the kettle.

4. When the corn has popped, dump the kettle.

5. Repeat the cycle starting with step 3. Always pop 3 to 5 batches for the best popcorn.

On the final kettle of corn, it is a good idea to turn the Kettle Heat switch "OFF" just as the lids
are forced open by the popping corn. This saves electricity, since there is plenty of heat in the
kettle, and also eliminates smoke and odor after you have stopped popping.

CARE AND CLEANING

Each time you finish a series of poppings, wipe the outside of the kettle with a soft cloth to remove
any oil drippage on the outside of the kettle. Do NOT let it burn on! After you finish popping for the
day , let the kettle cool until it is not too hot to handle but still warm. Unplug the kettle and remove it
from the machine. With a cloth, wipe out the inside of the kettle, the kettle lids, kettle crossbar,
outside of the kettle, and underneath. Do NOT immerse the kettle in water!

For fresh corn tomorrow, always remove all popped popcorn and pack it into clean plastic bags. Tie
the bags tightly with a twister. Now, clean the glass and wipe off the corn pan. Make sure the ma­chine is sparkling clean when you leave it. Do not forget to remove the old maid pan and empty out
the unpopped kernels and wipe clean.

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS OF THIS MANUAL ARE IN­TENDED ONLY FOR QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WHO
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. THESE ARE
NOT INTENDED FOR THE OPERATOR.

Adequate eye protection must be used when servicing this equip­ment to prevent the possibility of injury.

Do NOT immerse the kettle, warmer, or any other part of this
equipment in water.
Unplug your machine before servicing.

ORDERING SPARE PARTS

1.Identify the desired part by checking it against the photos, illustrations, and/or the parts list.

2.When ordering, please include part number, part name, and quantity desired.

3.Please include your model name and machine serial number (located on the machine
nameplate) with your order.

4.Address all parts orders to:

Parts Department

Gold Medal Products Co.

10700 Medallion Drive

Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807

or, place orders at:

[phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

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PARTS LIST – FRONT VIEW

Bronze Satin

Item No. Cabinet Cabinet Description

1-1 77512 77638 Dome
1-2 77020 77632 T op Frame
1-3 77016 77634 Front Corner Post
1-4 77019 77633 Bottom Frame
1-5 77506 49158 Decal
1-6 77501 77501 Glass
1-7 77522EX 77522EX Bottom Corn Pan Assembly
1-8 47328 47328 Glide Delrin Feet, (4) Required

77502 77502 Shipping Carton

1-9 41671 41671 Heat Lamp

49098 49098 Light Shield Angle
1-10 47262 47262 Front Hanger Arm
1-11 47263 47263 Rear Hanger Arm

Popcorn Machines

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PARTS LIST – FRONT VIEW

Gay 90's Model

Item No. Part No. Description

2-1 77546 Upper Top Frame

77551 Top Inspection Cover

2-2 77539 Lower Top Frame

47429 U-Clip
2-3 77543 Front Corner Post
2-4 77543 Bottom Frame
2-5 47439 Ornament Assembly
2-6 77506 Decal
2-7 77501 Glass
2-8 77522 Bottom Corn Pan Assembly

77522 Bottom Corn Pan Assembly ( Export )
2-9 47328 Glide Delrin Feet, (4) Required

77537 Shipping Carton

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PARTS LIST – TOP VIEW

Item No. Part No. Description

7-1 77628EX Half Roof Assembly
7-3 47664 Drive Motor
7-4 49219EX Receptacle Assembly
7-5 41032 Pilot Light
7-6 47201 Switch, Kettle Heat
7-7 41672 Switch, Lights, Warmer & Motor
7-8 47208 Terminal Block

47364 Circuit Breaker

Popcorn Machines

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8 Oz. KETTLE ASSEMBLY

Popcorn Machines

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PARTS LIST – 8 Oz. KETTLE ASSEMBLY

Item No. 90 V olt 230 Volt Description

1 41742 41742 Set Screw, #10-32 x 3/16" [4,8mm]
2 47059 47059 Spur Gear
3 47102 47102 Dump Handle Assembly
4 47106 47106 Needle Bearing
5 47107 47107 C Ring
6 47119 47119 Rear Kettle Lid
7 47261 47261 Front Kettle Lid w/ Lifter
8 47326 47326 Set Collar
9 47751 47751 Set Screw, ¼-20 x
10 47774 47774 Drive Rivet
1 1 61025 61025 Crossbar Assembly
12 61086 61029 Kettle Dataplate
13 61066 61066 Agitator Assembly Weldment
14 47784 47672 Heat Element, 1350W
15 47676 47676 Thermostat
16 49136 49136 Screw, #6-32 x
17 49310 49310 Element Retainer Bracket
18 49317 49317
19 49446 49446 Bolt,

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/16-18 Serrated Lock Nut

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/16-18 x ¾" [19mm] SQ HD
20 61012 61012 Kettle Gasket
21 61013 61013 Block, Shell & Kettle
22 61017 61017 8 Oz. Kettle Shell
23 61019 61019EX 8 Oz. Kettle Weldment
24 61053 61030 8 Oz. Kettle Lead Assembly
25 46241 46241 90 Degree Connector
26 47708 Black Kettle Lead Wire
27 47709 White Kettle Lead Wire
28 47710 Green Kettle Lead Wire
29 47915 47915 Plug, Twist Lock
30 82107-24 82107-24 SS Flex Conduit, 24" [609,6mm]Long
31 82135 82135 Conduit Bushing
32 61068 61068 Thumb Screw, ¼-20 x 1 ¼" [31,8mm]
33 76079 76079 Washer, ¼" [6,4mm] Internal Tooth

49478 HI Limit Thermostat
49498 Wire Assembly
61001 Heat Shrink Tube
49534 Red Kettle Lead Wire
49535 White Kettle Lead Wire

49536 Green Kettle Lead Wire
47987JX 47987EX 8 Oz. Kettle Complete
61026JX 61026EX Agitator & Lid Assembly
61027JX 61027EX Kettle Bottom Only

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/16" [4,8mm]

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/16" [4,8mm] Pn. Hd. Ms.

Popcorn Machines

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12 Oz. KETTLE ASSEMBLY

Popcorn Machines

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P ARTS LIST – 12 Oz. KETTLE ASSEMBLY

Item No. 90 V olt 230 Volt Description

1 41742 41742 Set Screw, #10-32 x 3/16" [4,8mm]
2 47059 47059 Spur Gear
3 47102 47102 Dump Handle Assembly
4 47106 47106 Needle Bearing
5 47107 47107 C Ring
6 47113 47113 Rear Kettle Lid
7 47247 47247 Front Kettle Lid w/ Lifter
8 47326 47326 Set Collar
9 47751 47751 Set Screw, ¼-20 x
10 47774 47774 Drive Rivet
1 1 47706 47706 Crossbar Assembly
12 47675 47671 Heat Element, 1050W
13 47098 47098 Agitator Assembly Weldment
14 47690 47670 Heat Element, 660W
15 47082 47082 Thermostat, (2)
16 47087 47087 Thermostat Retainer
17 47085 47085 Element Retainer Bracket, (4)
18 47053 47053 Hex Nut, #10-24, (4)
19 47052 47052 Set Screw, #10-24
20 47754 47754 Kettle Gasket
21 47216 47216 Kettle Shunt Bar
22 47375 47375 12 Oz. Kettle Shell
23 47752 47752 12 Oz. Kettle Weldment
24 47361 47361EX 12 Oz. Kettle Lead Assembly
25 47373 47373 90 Degree Connector
26 47708 Black Kettle Lead Wire
27 47709 White Kettle Lead Wire
28 47710 Green Kettle Lead Wire
29 47363 47363 Plug, Twist Lock
30 82107-24 82107-24 SS Flex Conduit, 24" [609,6mm] Long
31 82135 82135 Conduit Bushing
32 47691 47691 Thumb Screw, ¼-20 x 1" [25,4mm]
33 76079 76079 Washer, ¼" [6,4mm] Internal Tooth
34 47393 47393 Junction Box
35 47394 47394 Cover, Junction Box

47780 47462EX 12 Oz. Kettle Complete
47703 47703 Agitator & Lid Assembly
47781 47458EX Kettle Bottom Only

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/16" [4,8mm]

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ELECTRICAL SCHEMA TIC

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WARRANTY

WE WARRANT to the original purchaser the Gold Medal equipment sold by us to
be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service. Our
obligation under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any
defective part for a period of six (6) months from the date of sale to the Original
Purchaser with regard to labor and two (2) years with regard to parts and does not
cover damage to the equipment caused by accident, alteration, improper use, volt­age, abuse, or failure to follow instructions.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, AND OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON OUR
PART, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTIBILITY.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIP­TION ON THE FACE HEREOF. We neither assume, nor authorize any other person
to assume for us, any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale of said
GOLD MEDAL equipment or any part thereof.

The term “Original Purchaser” as used in this warranty shall be deemed to mean that
person, firm, association, or corporation who was billed by the GOLD MEDAL
PRODUCTS COMPANY, or their authorized distributor for the equipment.

THIS WARRANTY HAS NO EFFECT AND IS VOID UNLESS THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASER FIRST CALLS GOLD MEDAL PRODUCTS COMPANY AT 1-800­428-2676 TO DISCUSS WITH OUR SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE THE EQUIP­MENT PROBLEM, AND, IF NECESSARY, FOR INSTRUCTIONS CONCERN­ING THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS.

NOTE: This equipment is manufactured and sold for commercial use only.

GOLD MEDAL PRODUCTS COMPANY
10700 Medallion Drive

Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807 USA